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May 2024
31m 57s

How To Heal From A Breakup

Courtney Shields
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In this episode of "Courtside with Courtney," Courtney offers up a dose of reality on how to navigate the challenge of breakups and how to move on in record speed. Emphasizing the importance of grieving the loss of expectations vs the actual person, Courtney encourages listeners to analyze relationships to gain clarity. She offers tangible tools like a list of non-negotiables that can help identify mismatched expectations, enabling them to let go of unfulfilled fantasies and embrace the potential for new beginnings.

Answering questions from her followers, Courtney speaks on co-parenting arrangements post-divorce and the difficult decision of staying in a marriage for the sake of children. She advocates for open communication, setting boundaries, and prioritizing self-care in navigating these complex situations. 

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